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Sword (Pulouar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Sword, titled "Sword (Pulouar)" by the artist, features a silver-colored metal composition. The hilt is adorned with intricate designs and has a distinctive shape, tapering to a point at the top. Two curved protrusions extend from the hilt, serving as quillons. The blade is long and narrow, with a subtle curve and a textured surface. The blade's surface displays a pattern of small, raised dots or etching near the hilt. The sword stands upright, centered in the frame, against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
Persian
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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